Job Title
Interim Pharmacy Manager (Licensee) – 4-Month Contract

Location
Vancouver, BC

Job Type
Full-Time, Fixed Term Contract (Locum/Interim)

Start Date
November 16, 2024

End Date
~March 16, 2025 (4 Months)

Compensation
$65.00 – $70.00 per hour

Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced and licensed Pharmacist to act as the Interim Pharmacy Manager (Licensee) for a high-volume pharmacy in Vancouver, BC. This is a 4-month contract position to cover a leave.

The ideal candidate is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, has strong leadership skills to manage support staff, and is proficient in managing a high-volume methadone/suboxone program. While experience with the WinRx system is an asset, it is not required as training can be provided.

Key Responsibilities

Management & Compliance: Act as the Licensee and Pharmacy Manager, ensuring compliance with College of Pharmacists of BC standards and regulations.

Dispensing & Verification: Oversee the accurate dispensing and final verification of prescriptions.

High-Volume OAT Program: Manage the pharmacy’s Opioid Agonist Treatment (OAT) program, which includes approximately 160-170 Methadone/Suboxone patients daily.

Workflow Management: Supervise and delegate tasks to a robust support team.

Patient Care: Provide clinical consultations, including walk-in services (approx.



60-70 patients daily).

Operational Oversight: Ensure smooth operations during the 4-month term, managing schedules and workflow efficiency.

Work Schedule & Hours

Shift Times: 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Hours: Up to 50 hours per week.

Weekends: Required, though shifts may be shorter on weekends.

Volume & Support Structure

This is a high-volume location processing approximately 300 prescriptions per day.

You will be supported by a dedicated team:

2 Registered Pharmacy Technicians (RPhTs): One dedicated to paperwork and one dedicated to prep work.

OAT Support: The majority of Methadone deliveries are handled by an LPN and a Driver, minimizing in-store congestion.

Qualifications

Licensing: Must be a Registered Pharmacist in positive standing with the College of Pharmacists of BC (CPBC).

Experience: Previous experience as a Pharmacy Manager or Licensee is preferred.

Experience with high-volume OAT/Methadone is a strong asset.

Skills

Strong leadership, organizational skills, and the ability to multitask in a busy environment.

Technical

Familiarity with WinRx is helpful but not mandatory.

Thank you
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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